2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GT | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |